It has been announced that a new feature-length animated film, "Is the Order a Rabbit? The Movie?", based on the popular anime "Is the Order a Rabbit? (Gochiusa)," which is currently being serialized in "Manga Time Kirara MAX" (Houbunsha), by Koi, will be produced. The production of a new anime was announced on March 1st, and it has now been revealed that it will be produced as a feature-length film.
The new movie will be directed by Hiroyuki Hashimoto, who has directed the TV anime series, as general director, with Tensho, known for "Kiniro Mosaic," as director and scriptwriter. Munenori Nawa will be assistant director, and Akane Yano will be in charge of character design. The movie will be produced by Vibrancy Animation Studio, of which Tensho is the representative. The first teaser visuals of Cocoa and Chino, drawn by Yano, have been released.
Original author Koi commented, "I am truly happy that we will be able to deliver this work to everyone as a theatrical version. I would like to express my deepest gratitude to everyone who has worked on the anime series so far, and also to everyone at Vibury Animation Studios, who is producing this theatrical version. I am overwhelmed every day by the creativity and passion of everyone - General Director Hashimoto, Director Tensho, Assistant Director Nawa, and character designer Yano Akane. I feel the same way as everyone else, and I am looking forward to seeing how it will turn out in the theatrical anime version."
Director General Hashimoto said, "It's been a while, everyone, and sorry to have kept you waiting! I'm happy that the day has finally come when we can make a concrete announcement about our new work. Because it's a theatrical release and we have a new staff, I think everyone will be able to enjoy the world of the anime Is the Order a Rabbit? even more. This time, the production is by Vibury Animation Studio, with Tensho as director and scriptwriter, Nawa Munenori as assistant director, and Yano Akane for animation character design. I'm now the director general and am overseeing the entire production, so I think that everyone will basically enjoy it as before. GochiUsa always has various surprises, and I would be happy to be able to have a great time with everyone this time as well, so I would appreciate your continued support for GochiUsa!"
Director Tensho said, "To be honest, I never imagined that the day would come when I would be the director of Is the Order a Rabbit? I am very happy and honored to be involved in this work that has been loved for so long. I will do my best to bring out 120% of the unique atmosphere and cuteness of GochiUsa, as well as the charm of the characters. Please look forward to the release!"
Assistant Director Nawa commented, "First of all, congratulations on the decision to make a movie version ☆ During the TV series, I could only support from behind the scenes, but this time I get to work with my drinking buddy, Director General Hashimoto, and my ally, Director Tensho! What's more, the movie is based on "Is the Order a Rabbit?" and I am overwhelmed with emotion!! Although I am new to this work, I will do my best, so I hope you will all support me."
Yano said, "Congratulations on the GochiUsa movie adaptation!!! I feel truly honored to be able to be involved in this work as a character designer...! I would like to enjoy every moment just like Cocoa and the others, and draw everyone with great care. I will also do my best to come as close as possible to the transparent illustrations and "cuteness" of my favorite Koi-sensei! I hope you will all look forward to it!!!"
"GochiUsa" is a four-panel manga that has been serialized in "Manga Time Kirara MAX" since 2011. It depicts the daily lives of Cocoa, a young girl who left her parents and lives in a cafe called Rabbit House while attending school, and Chino, the granddaughter of the cafe owner.
The first season of the TV anime "Is the Order a Rabbit?" aired from April to June 2014, the second season "Is the Order a Rabbit??" aired from October to December 2015, and the third season "Is the Order a Rabbit? BLOOM" aired from October to December 2020.
*Staff (titles omitted)
General Director: Hiroyuki Hashimoto ▽ Director and Screenwriter: Tensho ▽ Assistant Director: Munenori Nawa ▽ Character Design: Akane Yano ▽ Animation Production: Vibrancy Animation Studio
*Cast (titles omitted)
Cocoa: Ayane Sakura ▽Chino: Inori Minase ▽Rize: Risa Taneda▽Chiya: Satomi Sato ▽Sharo: Maaya Uchida▽Maya: Sora Tokui ▽Meg: Rie Murakawa▽
